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Author Archives: Kath Bicknell
Picture Perfect: Poster for the Giant 2W Enduro, Rotorua
I find it pretty difficult to stop smiling when I’m riding my bike, which is exactly how I like it. In this case, there were smiles aplenty due to steep and playful Rotorua trails, a well crafted event and an excellent crew to share it all with. Part of this crew also ended up on this poster for the next three events. It’s fair to say we’re doubly stoked about this year’s series. Continue reading “Picture Perfect: Poster for the Giant 2W Enduro, Rotorua”
Tested: Velocio women’s Zinnia kit
The amount of choice for cycling clothing for women is at an all time high. In fact, the amount of choice for high quality, genuinely exciting cycling clothing for anyone is at an all time high. Continue reading “Tested: Velocio women’s Zinnia kit”
Le Tour de France with SBS
Television station, SBS, has introduced so many Australians to the Tour de France. What began with 6.00pm highlights in the nineties has become broadcasts of every stage live, repeat broadcasts during daylight hours, panel review shows, podcasts, online streaming and video highlights, audience interaction via social media and a dedicated website. Continue reading “Le Tour de France with SBS”
Long term review: Specialized Amira SL4 Pro Race road bike
The Specialized Amira is one of the most popular women’s bikes in the road bunch. Curiously, it has a very small internet presence. Reviews are scarce, limited to earlier production runs and tend focus on models at the lower end of the price scale. I suspect this is more to do with freelance budgets and the number of female product reviewers working for cycling websites than reader interest in the bike itself.Continue reading “Long term review: Specialized Amira SL4 Pro Race road bike”
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